The Palazzo di Giustizia (Palace of Justice), the seat of Italy's Supreme Court, was designed by Guglielmo Calderoni (1837-1916) and built between 1888 and 1910.
The huge palazzo, which is known locally as ilPalazzaccio (Bad/Ugly Palace), is considered one of the grandest of the new buildings that rose up in the years following the proclamation (on February 3rd, 1871) of Rome as the new capital of the Kingdom of Italy.
Bronze Quadriga by Ettore Ximenes
The huge bronze quadriga, which crowns the main facade of the palazzo, is the work of the Sicilian sculptor Ettore Ximenes (1855-1926).
Justice
The main entrance is surmounted by a statue of Justice flanked by statues of Law and Power, the work of Enrico Quattrini (1864-1950).
Coat of Arms of the House of Savoy
The coat of arms of the House of Savoy crowns the facade of the palace that faces Piazza Cavour.